Increasing the trustworthiness of research results: the role of computers in qualitative text analysis

Lynne M. Westphal

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Increasing the trustworthiness of research results: the role of computers in qualitative text analysis

Informally Refereed

Authors:

Lynne M. Westphal

Year:

2000

Type:

Scientific Journal

Station:

Northern Research Station

Source:

In: Bengston, david N., ed. Applications of computer-aided text analysis in natural resources. General Techical Report. NC-211. St. Paul, MN: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, North Central Research Station: 1-6.

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Abstract

By using computer packages designed for qualitative data analysis a researcher can increase trustworthiness (i.e., validity and reliability) of conclusions drawn from qualitative research results. This paper examines trustworthiness issues and therole of computer software (QSR's NUD*IST) in the context of a current research project investigating the social benefits of urban greening projects.

Keywords

Computer-aided, computer-coded, content analysis, human dimensions, text anaysis, textual data

Citation

Westphal, Lynne M. 2000. Increasing the trustworthiness of research results: the role of computers in qualitative text analysis. In: Bengston, david N., ed. Applications of computer-aided text analysis in natural resources. General Techical Report. NC-211. St. Paul, MN: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, North Central Research Station: 1-6.